Conception of a mobile health application targeting early postoperative physiotherapeutic care after total knee replacement, a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Mobile applications targeting physiotherapeutic care after total joint replacements are increasing in popularity among end-users. However, these applications were primarily conceived out of financial interest and lack an evidence-based programs tailored to the specific needs of the target population. The primary objective of this study is to describe the conception of an evidence-based mobile health application that targets early postoperative physiotherapeutic care after total knee replacement (TKR).

Methods

A literature search of eHealth applications targeting physical therapy after TKR was carried out. Articles were then screened and suggestions as well as recommendations were extracted to inform the design of a new application. The beta version of the applic

SUBMITTER: Hakam HT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11808903 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature